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Thumbless Grip

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Thumbless Grip
Element Information
Short Name
Thumbless
Description
Open/thumb-less grip (false wrap) used to reduce wrist strain in some presses.
When to Use
Use cautiously for pressing exercises when wrist discomfort is an issue, always with spotter
Aliases
Open grip, False wrap
Benefits
  • •Reduced wrist strain
  • •Better forearm alignment
  • •More comfortable for some
Tips
  • •Use only with spotter
  • •Keep bar secure in palm
  • •Not for heavy weights
Common Mistakes
  • •Bar slipping out
  • •Using on heavy lifts without spotter
  • •Poor bar control
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